So did Maggie Ryan and her mother, Dianne, from Montecito Heights. The mother-daughter eclipse watchers took selfies of themselves watching the sun and then sent the photos to family members across the country.

Library staff handed out 1,000 solar shades this morning before running out, said one staff member.

Maggie Ryan snaps a selfie of her and her mom, Dianne, watching the eclipse

Go Metro to Nisei Week 2017 in Little Tokyo

Enjoyed by thousands every summer, Nisei Week in Little Tokyo is one the nation’s longest running cultural festivals of its kind. From August 19 to 27, participate in free Japanese cultural events, activities for all ages, and live music and dancing.

The most convenient way to get to the 77th Annual Nisei Week festivities is to take the Metro Gold Line and get off at the Little Tokyo/Arts District Station. Learn more at golittletokyo.com.

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